A fan favorite due to his colorful and laid-back personality, Peter Jacobsen has not only changed the world of golf, but he has also left his mark on the business world. Jacobsen, with 7 PGA Tour wins, 2 Champions Tour wins and playing on 2 Ryder Cup teams, has authored a book and owns Peter Jacobsen Sports, a sports event management company.
Jacobsen is known as one of the freshest new designers in the profession for his insight in what all skill levels of golfers need and want in a golf course and has designed and developed nearly 20 courses worldwide. Jacobsen, the professional golfer and businessman is also a committed community leader. Jacobsen has raised more than $12 million for local Portland children’s charities through an event he hosts called the Fred Meyer Challenge that has been conducted since 1986.